DJ Tahleim is a 2nd generation Puerto Rican born in Hell's Kitchen, NYC and comes from a musical family. His father was a doo-wop and soul singer and his uncle played trumpet and worked with many latin greats such as Hector Lavoe, The Lebron Brothers and Larry Harlow.  His Godfather Mark "Markolino" Dimond was a well respected pianist and composer in the latin world with featured solos on many classic NYC salsa albums (as well as his own). DJ Tahleim grew up in the golden era of Hip Hop as a dancer who was featured in many Hip Hop videos & TV Shows in the 90’s

DJ Tahleim has been featured in some of the most acclaimed parties, events, shows and festivals both in NYC and Internationally. His style stretches far and wide and blends a mixture of Salsa, Funk, Hip Hop, R&B, Disco, Electro, Reggae & Afro-World music. He was the cofounder, curator and resident DJ for the art party called Collage NYC which was based on live art, music, dance and themes. He has been featured in the Afro-Latino Festival, Puerto Rock Steady Festival and International African Arts festival. He has also been part of many relief efforts to help Puerto Rico during Hurricanes Maria & Fiona.